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SANTA CRUZ vs. MANHATTAN
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santa Cruz, California vs. Manhattan, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is
8.8%
more expensive
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$104,444
in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is
more expensive
than Santa Cruz, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
32% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Santa Cruz, Manhattan is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
8.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
32.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
60.7% higher
Commute
45.7% higher
Health
14.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
43.0% higher
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